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Definition of protein in English:

protein

noun

1Any of a class of nitrogenous organic compounds which have large molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids and are an essential part of all living organisms, especially as structural components of body tissues such as muscle, hair, etc., and as enzymes and antibodies.

‘a protein found in wheat’

‘animal proteins’

‘Western blot analysis confirmed that this truncated fusion protein is expressed in yeast (data not shown).’

‘The 75-kD fusion protein was purified four times by affinity binding to an amylose resin.’

‘The tertiary structure of myoglobin is that of a typical water soluble globular protein.’

‘The scientists have genetically engineered the animals to produce a green fluorescent protein in cells throughout the abdomen.’

‘Much recent research has focused on identifying proteins involved in metabolism of such compounds.’

1.1mass nounProteins collectively, especially as a dietary component.

‘a diet high in protein’

‘There would be little rice and even less protein for the family before the rains came again in May.’

‘In the latter case, you may want to add diced tofu or ham to the filling for a bit more protein.’

‘Pulses such as lentils are the most important source of protein in the Indian diet.’

‘Made out of lentils, beans and spices, these little balls are rich in fibre and protein.’

‘Cover half your plate with vegetables, then a quarter with carbs and a quarter with protein.’

‘An elemental diet is a liquid diet, made up of simple forms of protein, carbohydrates and fats.’

‘When there is a lot of carbohydrate in the diet, protein and fat are spared.’

‘As well as protein, Brazils are high in fat, which causes them to go rancid quickly.’

‘Rice is high in protein, but these proteins are low in the essential amino acid lysine.’